Is the International JD Dual Degree Program right for me?
Every student has different career goals and reasons for wanting to participate in a program like this. Students who are interested in this program should sit down with the program staff to discuss their options and whether the dual degree is a good match for them.

Do I need to speak another language?
All students must be proficient in the language of the host country. The program in France requires students to pass a language proficiency exam, as noted on the program page. Students will also have personal interviews during the application process in both English and the other language. All students must pass the exams prior to going abroad. If a student is unable to meet the requirements, he/she will be ineligible to participate in the program.

When should I apply?
If you are a AUWCL student, please submit your application at the end of your first semester of your first (1L) year. Students from outside of the U.S. should see their specific program coordinator at their home institution.

May I apply to the program if I am a part time student?
You may apply for the program while you are registered as a part time student as long as you change your registration to full time and complete the required 59 credits, including required courses, prior to leaving Washington, D.C. Classes completed during the summer contribute to this total.

May I apply to the program if I am a transfer student?If you are a transfer student to WCL, you must complete at least 43 WCL ABA credits as well as all other WCL graduation requirements (upper level writing requirement, professional skills requirement and any others that are implemented) before departure. You must also complete two-thirds (2/3) of your legal education in the United States. Therefore, transfer students are able to participate only if they are willing to complete additional credits (approximately one semester’s worth) at WCL. Please contact the Director as soon as possible to see if it would be possible for you to participate in one of these programs.

What is the cost of the program?
For AUWCL students, all tuition and fees are paid to the home institution as if studying at AUWCL for all three years. All other expenses for the trip including, but not limited to: housing, health insurance, travel expenditures, visa costs, books, other living expenses for the 3rd and 4th year, etc. are the sole responsibility of the student.

Do I need health insurance?
Health insurance is mandatory for the full term (approximately 4 years) of the program. All students have the option of purchasing the AU health insurance plan, which is generally incorporated into the bill with tuition and fees. If this option is waived, the student is responsible for finding independent health insurance. All AUWCL students who are abroad will be required to find independent health insurance for the final year of the program.

Will I be able to attend commencement at AUWCL?
Students can participate in commencement as long as they have received a complete record of their courses and grades and these have been cleared by the Registrar's Office for graduation. This means that all students who have met the requirements for graduation, and who have AUWCL as their home institution, should be able to participate in commencement the last semester of the program (generally in the Spring of the 4th year). All costs, in relation to trips back to the US for this purpose, are the responsibility of the student.